Soft Baked Cutout Sugar Cookies
Delight in these tender and flavorful Soft Baked Cutout Sugar Cookies, perfect for any occasion and ideal for decorating creatively.
Ingredients
Cookie Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 1/3 cups sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp almond extract
Frosting Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 to 3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)
- to taste Salt (for frosting)
- 2-3 tsp milk (for frosting)
Instructions
Preparation
- Cream the softened butter in a large mixing bowl using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
- Gradually add the sugar, mixing for another 2 minutes until well combined.
- Add the eggs one at a time, ensuring to mix well after each addition.
- Stir in the vanilla and almond extracts.
- In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until combined.
- Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour.
Baking
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thick.
- Use cookie cutters to cut out shapes and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
- Bake for 8 to 11 minutes or until slightly puffy and set.
- Allow cookies to cool completely on a wire rack.
Frosting
- Mix the softened butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, salt, and milk in a bowl until you achieve a spreadable consistency.
- Frost the cooled cookies as desired.
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Notes
For a unique twist, consider variations like adding chocolate chips or lemon zest. Store cookies in an airtight container to maintain freshness.